At the August 31 General Membership Meeting (GMM), quorum was not achieved. Nonetheless, members nominated to open committee positions unopposed were considered acclaimed.
Some committee vacancies remain. They will be elected at the September 28 GMM. In order to nominate yourself, please email Sara at cupe3903vpu1@gmail.com by 5 pm on Tuesday, September 27. You may provide a short statement if you choose. Details for the open committee positions are below.
The Accessibility Committee (1 vacancy) was organized in the spring of 2005 to improve the union’s work around accessibility issues on campus and to ensure that union spaces and meetings are accessible. Honorarium: $250 per year.
The Bilingualism Committee (2 vacancies) is responsible for assessing and responding to the needs of the local in terms of translation and French language content and promoting outreach and inclusion for our francophone members. This committee coordinates translation of important documents and resources as well as any other translation projects that may arise. Honorarium: $500 per year.
The Communications Committee (1 vacancy) is responsible for coordinating CUPE 3903 communications, including maintaining and updating the CUPE 3903 website, maintaining a social media presence, and taking on communications projects and campaigns. Honorarium: $750 per year.
The Toronto & York Region Labour Council (1 vacancy) is comprised of all affiliated locals across the labour movement in the Toronto and York region. It meets once per month. CUPE 3903 is entitled to four delegates elected for a one-year term. Honorarium: $250.